Vase

Hot In The Hive: Flat Flower Vases

Anna Yu on Oct 12, 2009 6:21 AM PDT

I bet you're the type of person who gets lots of flowers delivered to you on a regular basis. Whether it's your significant other sending a dozen roses to celebrate your anniversary or your best friends delivering a birthday bouquet, your home always smells like a garden. So I can also understand why you've also run out of vases to store the beautiful flowers. I've seen makeshift vases from small mason jars, milk boxes, and even wine bottles. While those options may do its job, it certainly doesn't do the flowers (or the giver) any justice! Then again, it's not like we have tons of storage space for glass vases under the kitchen sink. Well, I've found a perfect solution and they're called Flat Flower Vases! These vinyl vases lie flat, but when you need to use them, just fill it up with water and you're ready to go.

Price: $24
Who Found It: kevygee was the first to add Flat Flower Vases to the Hive.

Tags : vinyl , vases , vase , home

Hot In The Hive: Vazu Foldable Vases

Alex Gambardella on Aug 14, 2009 6:17 AM PDT

The forever-old custom of giving flowers as gifts would be a whole lot easier if you didn't have to worry about the glass vase not surviving the car ride over to the housewarming party you're attending. Vases usually aren't cheap, they break too easily, and they take up lots of precious storage room when you're too busy to keep them full of fresh-picked flowers. Apparently the masterminds behind the Vazu Foldable Vase had the same frustrations regarding flower-giving. The Vazu vase comes flat in its package and expands to form a sturdy, free-standing vase that you can fill with water and put on display with your flower arrangement. When you're finished, it re-folds easily back into its package for simple storage, and at only $4.99, you can afford to give it as part of a gift -- no broken glass and no lending out your grandma's old vase with the chance you'll never get it back! It even comes in a ton of colorful patterns that can coordinate with any bouquet arrangement. Check out the selection at the Vazu site!

Price: $4.99 each
Who Found It: moderntribe was the first to add the Vazu Foldable Vases to the Hive.

Tags : home , glasses , glass vase , glass , vase

Hot In The Hive: Molave Ring Vase

Anna Yu on Apr 10, 2009 6:24 AM PDT

When I look at decor magazines or even the Ikea catalogs, it seems that stark minimalism is everywhere. I'm talking about bare walls, white lacquer furniture and really uncomfortable looking sofas. While I can definitely appreciate the simple and clean lines of modern decor, I like some organic shapes too. Then again, I don't want my living room to look like a ski lodge or hunting trophy room either. That's why the Molave Ring Vase is perfect for nature lovers with minimalist tastes. The vase features sustainable Philippine molave wood and a recycled glass cylinder. They even kept the bark on for a authentic rustic look! Best part is, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg for it (it's doubly guilt-free!). So keep your walls bare and set this vase down on your glass side table to create a room even the Swedish have to appreciate.

Price: $59
Who Found It: Annna was the first to add the Molave Ring Vase to the Hive.

Tags : wood , vase , rustic , organic

Show Some Love With Valentine's Day Decor

Anna Yu on Jan 16, 2009 7:18 AM PST

Whether you're hosting an intimate party for two or a little less exclusive party for 200, it's time to plan the decorations for your Valentine's Day celebration. While I've found a bunch of heart and love-themed decor accents and accessories that may seem a little too saccharine sweet, they're ok in low doses. A silver-plated sentiment picture frame from Pottery Barn is a nice reminder of your sweetheart. Fresh from a breakup and don't have a special someone this year? Someone out there may have the "key to a broken heart" or at least have one hanging on your wall. Curious to see how you can decorate your home for the most romantic day of the year without causing a bad toothache? Take a peek at my slideshow!

Tags : wine , vase , valentine's day , valentine

Check Out These Five Fabulous Steals for Your Home!

Kristin on Nov 18, 2008 8:18 AM PST

No one likes to pay full price for something when you can get it for way less a few weeks later, which is why I want to share with you some great home decor deals at more than 60% off! If you live in a warm climate or just want to keep the summer vibe going, grab this blue and white scalloped umbrella for your patio. You can never have too many simple taper candles or artisan glass vases, so check out the ones we found at VivaTerra and West Elm. Change up a whole room by just dressing up your pillows with covers like this paisley floral pillow cover from Pottery Barn. And try this versatile, adjustable floor lamp from Restoration Hardware as an alternative to your standard table lamp. Go check out the SLIDESHOW for these fabulous additions to your home, and take advantage of the deals before it's too late!

Tags : west elm , vase , umbrella , taper candles

8 Budget-Chic Home Accessories for Under $30!

meg donohue on Oct 7, 2008 2:18 PM PDT

Wallet feeling a little light these days? Sigh--I hear ya. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to give your home a fun, unique look without spending big bucks. Little touches like vases wrapped in graphic patterns, votives with a pop of color, nature-inspired coasters, and cool artwork can boost your pad's look to a whole new level without breaking the bank. So display a few design-savvy accessories and go ahead and celebrate your style smarts with a well-deserved dirty martini--those olives count as dinner, right? Check out my slideshow of 8 budget chic home accessories under $30!

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